chakras

The concept of chakra originates in Hindu texts and features in tantric and yogic traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism. The word ‘chakra’ is derived from a Sanskrit word meaning ‘wheel’. Each chakra in the body is recognized as a focal point for life-force relating to spiritual, physical, emotional, and mental energies. The chakras are the network through which the mind, body, and spirit endocrine glands interact as one system. The seven major chakras, many more minor chakras, correspond to specific aspects of our consciousness and have their own individual characteristics and functions. Each has a corresponding relationship to one of the of the body’s system, the seven colors of the rainbow spectrum, element, body location, sensory function and flower.

1stChakra~Root Chakra

Color: Red

Element: Earth

Location: Base of Spine

Sensory Function: Smell

Endocrine Gland: Adrenals

Corresponding Flower: Indian Paintbrush

Sanskrit Name: Muladhara-support or foundation

2ndChakra~Splenic or Sacral Chakra

Color: Orange

Element: Water

Location: Lower abdomen, sacral plexus

Sensory Function: Taste

Endocrine Gland: Gonad

Corresponding Flower: Pomegranite

Sanskrit Name: Svadhisthana-abode of the vital force or dwelling place of the self